1990 Holden Statesman vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Statesman | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
